In both "Marriage Is a Private Affair" and "A Meeting in the Dark," young men fret that their fathers will disapprove of their potential wives. In the first selection, the son seems scared of his father's reaction when [...]. The text states, "...](page number). This leads to the outcome of [...] Likewise, in the second selection, the son worries about his father's reaction when [...]. The text states, (page number). However, this leads to the outcome of [...]. In both of these two stories, the personalities of the young men and their fathers help to shape the eventual outcomes.
In "Marriage Is a Private Affair," the son, Nnaemeka, is scared of his father's reaction when he tells him that he intends to marry Nene, a girl from a different tribe. The text states, "His mind went back to his father, and he cringed. He was afraid to face his father with the news" (page number). This fear of his father's disapproval leads to Nnaemeka keeping his relationship with Nene a secret and eventually eloping with her, against his father's wishes.
Similarly, in "A Meeting in the Dark," the son, John, worries about his father's reaction when he reveals that he wants to marry Wamuhu, a girl from a different ethnic group. The text states, (page number). However, this leads to the outcome of (outcome). John's fear of his father's disapproval complicates his relationship with Wamuhu and drives him to keep their relationship hidden from his father. Eventually, the truth is revealed, causing a rift between John and his father.
In both stories, the personalities of the young men and their fathers play a significant role in shaping the outcomes. The fear and apprehension displayed by the sons reflect their desire for approval and acceptance from their fathers. On the other hand, the fathers' rigid beliefs and traditional values contribute to their disapproval of the sons' choices. These conflicting personalities and values ultimately lead to strained relationships and rebellious actions by the young men.